Shop Patch’s monstera plants
Monsteras are much-loved houseplants that are easy to care for and bring lots of lovely greenery to a home. They have big glossy leaves with characterful holes in them. In the wild you’ll find monstera plants in the jungles of Central and South America, growing in the crevices of larger
trees, which is where their holey leaves come in handy – the gaps are used to filter light through to the lower foliage.
Our Chaz, Ziggy and Wallace plants are all part of the monstera family. You can tell they’re on the same team from their characteristic leaves, though each variant brings its own delightful charm to the clan with unique shapes and colours.
Explore our varieties of monstera plants
There are more than 50 varieties of monstera, and we’ve selected three which we think make for great houseplants. Whether you’re seeking a small, medium or large monstera plant, we’ve got you covered. Each type has been chosen for its easy care and lush, green appearance.
Chaz is a real classic. Also known as a Swiss cheese plant, this monstera deliciosa (a.k.a delicious monster) is the most recognisable monstera houseplant, with lush holey leaves. He’s also the largest monstera plant we have, making him great for bigger spaces. Ziggy is Chaz’s quirky cousin; he’s also a monstera deliciosa, but he has variegated leaves with jazzy white stripes on them. Wallace is a monstera adansonii, also known as a monkey face plant. His leaves are just as holey as Chaz and Ziggy’s but the gaps are much more uniform, and don’t stray behind the boundaries of the leaf. You can get Wallace as a small or big monstera plant, as well as a hydroponic.
A guide to monsteras
Are monsteras a good indoor plant?
We certainly think so. Monsteras are easy to keep alive and have simple care requirements, making them a great option for new plant parents and experienced hands alike. They don’t need too much attention – simply give your monstera a drink when the top two inches of soil begin to feel a little dry.
Monsteras don’t necessarily need a lot of sun, but they’ll certainly grow much faster in brighter rooms with indirect light. If your monstera has variegated leaves, then avoid shade or direct light to stop the foliage from losing its colour. These jungle plants love humidity, so they’ll thrive in a warm, steamy bathroom.
Monstera care guide here.
When do monstera plants get holes?
Monstera leaves get their holes as they mature. The gaps in the foliage are used to filter light through to the lower leaves, so younger plants won’t have these straight away. A large monstera will already have its characterful foliage intact, so if you’re looking to buy monstera plants and want the holey look straight away, look for maturer varieties to get the full effect. If you don’t have space for a huge monstera plant but still want the leafy look, a slender monstera adasonii, like our Wallace, is the answer.
Are monstera plants toxic?
Yes, monsteras are toxic to humans, cats and dogs if ingested. If you have pets or young children, we recommend keeping your monstera out of reach or in a room that they’re unlikely to go in. If you have pets or little ones at home, its worth checking out our range of child- and pet-safe plants here.
